Little Life Subscription Box Review


Little Life Box

Let’s face it…who can’t use a few healthy changes in their life? Sometimes the hardest thing about change is deciding where to start.  The owners of Little Life Box, a monthly health and beauty subscription box, believe in, “taking one healthy step at a time, making decisions you can live with, and changes you feel good about making.” They believe in changing one old habit at a time, making changes when you can.”  

 

What comes in each box?

The box contains up to a dozen health-based items right to your door.  I was beyond thrilled that Little Life Box gave me not only the spring box but also the winter box to review.  When they arrived, I was shocked at how heavy the boxes were.  They were filled to the brim.  I love that! Most of the items were full-size with a few samples thrown in. 

We were given the Spring Deluxe Box

And the Winter Deluxe Box

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Memories of Greece…Mamma Mia!!!


Mamma Mia…Here I go again…My my…

We just saw Mamma Mia 2 and we are still dancing in our seats! Cher was amazing.  The woman never ages! Watching the beautiful Greek islands in the movie made us start reminiscing of our adventures there.  Here’s a look back at the gorgeous island of Santorini:   

 

Just one look

and I can hear a bell ring…

 

One more look

and I forget everything…

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Newpark Hotel

Newpark Hotel

 

Tucked away in the Irish countryside, Kilkenny is about an hour’s drive from Dublin.  It’s a great stopping point to visit Jerpoint Abbey and, of course, Kilkenny Castle.  Located on the edge of Kilkenny City, the Newpark Hotel offers the perfect place to call home while exploring the area.  The hotel rests on 40 acres of beautiful parkland and there are endless things for families to do together.

Click here to read all about this amazing hotel. 

Red Jacket Beach Resorts in Cape Cod

 

Red Jacket Beach Resorts in Cape Cod

 

Cape Cod is one of my favorite New England beach destinations that’s filled with the perfect mix of relaxation and family fun.  While on the Cape last month, we had the pleasure of staying at the Red Jacket Beach Resort. (Click here for the full review.)  The best thing about staying at a Red Jacket Resort is you can use the amenities of all five Red Jacket Resorts.  This makes planning so easy and gives you endless options of fun activities. While we were there we were able to tour the other four resorts, and we were so impressed with each one.  We even went back to a few of them the next day to play.  Here are some of the things we liked best about each resort:

 

Blue Water Resort

The resort is set on a gorgeous white sand beach.

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Red Jacket Beach Resort

For my family, there’s nothing better than a beach vacation to start off our summer.  Cape Cod is one of our favorite places because it gives you the perfect amount of action and relaxation.  The Red Jacket Beach Resort is one of five gorgeous Red Jacket resorts in Yarmouth.   It has a perfect oceanfront location overlooking Nantucket Sound. It has everything a family could want such as a beach, an indoor and outdoor pool, a Kids Club, onsite restaurant, and family activities.  With a resort like that, you may be tempted never to leave it.  However, the best part about staying at a Red Jacket resort is you can use all the amenities of all five resorts! It’s makes planning your vacation so simple!

Click here for our full review!

Pleasant Bay Village Resort, Cape Cod

After a long school year full of homework, studying for tests, and early mornings, my girls deserved some fun in the sun.  So where did we escape to?  To the beautiful beaches of Cape Cod of course! Our first stop was to Pleasant Bay Village Resort in the quaint town of Chatham.  This family-owned resort is in the perfect central location in the elbow of Cape Cod.

Read all about our stay. 

Logitech Circle 2 Security Camera System Review

Logitech Circle 2 Security Camera System

 

Summers are filled with carefree days and spontaneous road trips. However, it is not completely stress-free.  Burglary rates are 10% higher in June, July, and August.  Since so many Americans vacation during summer months, there are many homes left unattended. So how can you protect your home while you’re away? Here are some tips from personal safety coach, Kathleen Baty:

1.     ASSESS YOUR PARIMETER: It’s time to take a good look at your house and make some safety changes.  From the street, can you see the entrance to your house or are shrubs and plants obscuring your view? Motion sensor lights and well-lit paths may deter anyone from hanging around your home. Also, make sure your front porch lights are working.

2.    JUST SAY NO TO SOCIAL MEDIA: When you’re traveling, don’t announce it to the world on social media since that’s just asking for trouble.  Sometimes you may not even realize you’re doing it, like if you advertise for a pet sitter on a public site.  Be smart and save the news of your trip for after you return.

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Dapper Dog Subscription Box Review

 

Who deserves to be pampered more than our furry little pup friends? Your dog will love getting a subscription box of their very own and their tails will be wagging when their box comes in the mail each month! The difference between this box and others is Dapper Dog does not have a “one box fits all dogs” attitude.  It caters to each pup as an individual.  Simply fill out your dog’s profile and they will customize it to suit their size, chewing style, and allergies.  We were so happy to review The Dapper Dog Box but no one was happier than Finnegan, our golden retriever that just turned one. 

 

What comes in each box?

Each box contains at least five high quality and healthy goodies for your dog.  Typically, you’ll receive two treats, two toys, and an accessory or chew.  Each box has an average value of $60.

What did we get in our box?

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Grand Hotel, Ireland

Grand Hotel

When my best friend told me Malahide was one of her favorite towns in Ireland I knew we had to see it for ourselves.  The location cannot be beat!  This beautiful seaside town is right outside of Dublin and just 15 minutes from Dublin International Airport.  Make sure to explore Malahide Castle and Gardens during your visit.  It’s the perfect location to head into Dublin, see the sights, and return to the peace and quiet of Malahide. The Grand is a gorgeous historic hotel built in 1835 and had been modernized and upgraded throughout the years without losing any of its charm.  Since it is on the water as well as within walking distance to town, The Grand is THE place to stay in Malahide.

Click here to read all about our stay!

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park

Bunratty Castle and Folk Park

 We like to expose the girls to the history of the country we’re visiting (especially if we are taking them out of school) and we were lucky that our first day in Ireland could include a visit to Bunratty Folk Park.  Set on 26 acres, the park features over 30 buildings that depicts what life was like in Ireland over a century ago.  Traditional jobs and crafts are represented such as pottery, fishing, the forge, milling, farming, and printing. You can walk in each of these buildings and get a peek at their everyday lives since all the buildings are recreated and furnished as they would have appeared at the time.  Some of our favorite areas included:

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